Laws & Regulations

At a Glance The 2026 Australian Census will take place on 11 August 2026, with the Australian Bureau of Statistics (ABS) working closely with strata...

At a Glance The 2026 Australian Census will take place on 11 August 2026, with the Australian Bureau of Statistics (ABS) working closely with strata...

If your strata manager isn’t meeting expectations, you’re not alone — and you’re not stuck. Whether it’s communication issues, unkept...

Managing a strata property in NSW involves more than just paying levies or organising repairs. It requires knowledge of legislation, strong financial...

At a Glance In NSW, strata renovations must comply with the Strata Schemes Management Act 2015, your scheme’s by-laws, and the 2025 reforms....

At Jamesons Strata Management, we’re committed to ensuring that your strata property is safe, comfortable, and well-managed. One key aspect of this...

Generally speaking, strata properties are the most affordable way to invest in real estate – and they can really pay off too. However, when buying...

It’s one of the most frustrating parts about moving from one rental property to another – organising the bond for a new place when you haven’t...

As a strata committee member, one of your tasks is to stay on top of new legislation and regulations to make sure that your strata scheme complies...

Generally speaking, the owner of a property is responsible for all maintenance and repairs within their lot and whatever isn’t common property....

Having a strata manager can make your life much easier – but what do they do? A strata manager can function as a first point of contact for repairs...

Every strata scheme has certain fees and levies that all owners have to pay. These are set at the Annual General Meeting and agreed upon by the...

There have been over 90 changes to the New South Wales strata laws with the introduction of the new Strata Schemes Management Act 2015, including...

Living in a strata scheme means having different people from different backgrounds trying to live harmoniously together under one shared roof. With a...

At a Glance A Section 184 Certificate is one of the most important documents to review before buying a strata property in NSW. It reveals the...

At a Glance The capital works fund (previously called the sinking fund) is your strata scheme’s savings plan for major future repairs and...

At a Glance A new wave of NSW strata reforms takes effect on 1 April 2026 – the third and final stage of a major overhaul of strata...

At a Glance This guide explains what a Section 184 Certificate includes, why it’s essential when buying or selling a strata property in NSW, who...

Big changes are coming to NSW strata laws from 1 July 2025. Learn what they mean for your building—from renovations and accessibility to committee...

At a glance New 2025 standards give Building Managers clearer responsibilities, stronger accountability and more transparent contract expectations....

At a glance NSW’s October 2025 strata reforms focus on improving governance, strengthening financial oversight and tightening compliance standards....

At a glance AFSS requirements have become stricter, with tighter deadlines, clearer responsibilities and more robust record-keeping. These updates...

Neighbour noise? Parking problems? Learn the most common strata disputes in NSW and how to resolve them — calmly, quickly, and in line with the...

If your strata manager isn’t meeting expectations, you’re not alone — and you’re not stuck. Whether it’s communication issues, unkept...

Strata Levies: What You’re Paying For, How They’re Set, and Why They May Go Up Strata levies are one of the most frequently misunderstood parts...

The NSW Government has introduced significant changes to residential tenancy laws that affect both landlords and tenants. These changes are part of...

Big changes are coming to NSW strata laws from 1 July 2025. Learn what they mean for your building—from renovations and accessibility to committee...

Thinking of adding a furry (or feathered) friend to your home? You’re not alone. With more people choosing apartment and strata living, the desire...

In a strata community, shared spaces and responsibilities go hand in hand. To ensure everything runs smoothly, each building is governed by a set of...

Strata living offers many benefits; shared amenities, collective decision-making, and often, a strong sense of community. But all of this depends on...

At a glance The NSW Government has proposed amendments to the Strata Schemes Management Act in February 2025, focusing on clearer governance rules,...

When it comes to understanding fence responsibilities in strata schemes, the topic can quickly become confusing. In strata living, boundaries can...

New South Wales will implement significant changes to fire safety regulations through the Environmental Planning and Assessment (Development...

As temperatures rise across NSW, many apartment residents are considering air conditioning solutions to stay cool. But when you live in a...

At a glance The 2024 Amendment Bill outlines a series of proposed changes expected to roll out across 2025. These updates aim to strengthen consumer...

At Jamesons Strata Management, we’re committed to ensuring that your strata property is safe, comfortable, and well-managed. One key aspect of this...

When living in a strata property, plumbing issues can be both frustrating and complex. Given that plumbing systems often run through multiple units...

When there’s a disagreement in your strata scheme, whether between lot owners and the strata management, corporate body or owners corporations, and...

When you are looking to either buy or refinance a property, which includes an apartment, townhouse or villa that is part of a strata complex, you are...

Maintaining a healthy living environment in your strata scheme is crucial for the well-being of residents and the structural integrity of the...

When the Federal Treasurer Jim Chalmers handed down this year’s budget in mid-May 2024 it looked like not much change for apartment owners at...

If you have anything to do with strata schemes in NSW, you’ll know the term ‘special levy’ pops up from time to time.  In fact,...

As you are likely aware, the NSW Government has created legislation associated with certain major works. The Design & Building Practitioners Act...

In an initiative to further protect consumers, the NSW Government has created new legislation associated with major works. The Design & Building...

As defined by Fair Trading NSW, community, precinct and neighbourhood schemes are “forms of land title that help in subdividing and developing land...

Strata managers are here to make strata living easy and enjoyable, but a strata manager who isn’t performing their job effectively can actively...

The majority of strata schemes in NSW will have their finances audited by an independent auditor. This process can help to ensure the strata scheme...

If you’re living in a strata property or are planning to, you’ll likely be aware that there are strata by-laws in place that shape the way of...

With recent heavy rainfall, leaks have been a recurring frustration experienced by many of our clients. In such times, it is important to know, who...

When it comes to strata living, the common seal isn’t one of those adorable animals that you might see at a zoo. Instead, it’s a type of rubber...

As a strata committee member, one of your tasks is to stay on top of new legislation and regulations to make sure that your strata scheme complies...

Strata levies can often be a hidden sting for new owners, an unexpected second hangover after the elation of finally becoming an owner (the first...

In New South Wales, all meetings are required to have a quorum present. Whether the meeting is for an Annual General Meeting (AGM), Strata Committee...

You probably hear a lot about strata rights of owners and responsibilities within a strata scheme, but are things different for a tenant who rents a...

A duplex or strata scheme with only two lots can be an ideal living situation for many people. This type of set-up often provides an easy lifestyle...

The structure of a strata scheme uses a number of collective and democratic methods for effective community living, and one of these is the...

Back in 2015, we outlined that there may be new changes to the New South Wales strata laws regarding the definition and addressing of nuisance smoke....

If you’re living in strata, it’s important to know exactly what you and your strata scheme are each responsible for when it comes to maintenance...

In our video series Michael Vumbaca, General Manager at Jamesons Strata discusses how the new laws affect smoking in strata. It’s very...

In our video series Michael Vumbaca, General Manager at Jamesons Strata discusses how the new laws affect parking in strata. Parking in a strata...

The new NSW strata law reforms brought in on 30 November last year have brought in a number of new regulations that affect developers who are...

The new NSW strata law reforms on 30 November 2016 have brought in over 90 changes to the existing laws. Perhaps the most controversial of the NSW...

If you lived in a building that you owned completely, you’d have to pay for all major works and renovations that the property needed. When you live...

Many of the existing NSW strata laws simply don’t reflect our modern way of living and little wonder – they’ve been in place for around 55...

Fencing is one of the most common sources of friction between neighbours, and this is just as likely within a strata scheme as it is between house...

Nuisance cigarette smoke is among the items targeted in the major reform of NSW strata management laws currently in process. This is the most...

The whole area of strata ownership and management can be a tricky one. Many home buyers and investors are confused about what a strata scheme is, and...

Investors or those buying into a strata complex often worry about the financial health of their body corporate or owners’ corporation. After all,...

Living in a strata scheme comes with its own set of challenges, and rules to follow. Each strata scheme will have its own by-laws which are designed...

When it comes to kitchen renovations, living in a strata unit or apartment can be complicated. In some strata complexes, the body corporate will...

Government strata legislation has made it compulsory for windows that are two metres or more above the ground to have safety devices fitted to...

The state government has been forced to extend the deadline of the new legislation that stops people selling homes with pools without their...

A peace of lifestyle luxury, now with a touch of compliance. New legislation for the sale or lease of a property with a pool will apply from 29 April...

Window legislation laws have changed so here are some important things you need to know to be prepared!  Changes in both Volumes of BCA...

Proxy forms for a range of meetings and scheme types are available to download from the Jamesons Document Bank. For informatin on how to fill out...

At a Glance The 2026 Australian Census will take place on 11 August 2026, with the Australian Bureau of Statistics (ABS) working closely with strata...

At a Glance More than 30,000 Australians suffer a cardiac arrest outside hospital each year, and around 70% occur in a home or residential setting....

At a Glance In NSW strata schemes, responsibility for repairs and maintenance depends on whether the issue relates to common property or a private...

If you’ve been looking at your backyard and thinking it needs some work, it’s worth taking a moment to consider the boundaries and by-laws of...

At a Glance This guide explains who is responsible for plumbing repairs in a NSW strata property. We clarify when the Owners Corporation handles...

At a GlanceThis article explains how to host a party in a strata home while staying considerate of neighbours and complying with NSW by-laws. It...

Big changes are coming to NSW strata laws from 1 July 2025. Learn what they mean for your building—from renovations and accessibility to committee...

At a glance Strata fees and levies are often confused, but they serve different purposes. This article breaks down how each one works, what they...

Neighbour noise? Parking problems? Learn the most common strata disputes in NSW and how to resolve them — calmly, quickly, and in line with the...

Not happy with your current strata manager, but unsure if you’re allowed to make a change? You’re not alone. Two of the most common questions...

Managing a strata building is no small task, and having the right strata manager makes all the difference. But what happens when the service you’re...

If your strata manager isn’t meeting expectations, you’re not alone — and you’re not stuck. Whether it’s communication issues, unkept...

Strata Levies: What You’re Paying For, How They’re Set, and Why They May Go Up Strata levies are one of the most frequently misunderstood parts...

The NSW Government has introduced significant changes to residential tenancy laws that affect both landlords and tenants. These changes are part of...

Big changes are coming to NSW strata laws from 1 July 2025. Learn what they mean for your building—from renovations and accessibility to committee...

Thinking of adding a furry (or feathered) friend to your home? You’re not alone. With more people choosing apartment and strata living, the desire...

At a Glance In NSW, strata renovations must comply with the Strata Schemes Management Act 2015, your scheme’s by-laws, and the 2025 reforms....

Sustainability is becoming an essential part of how we live, work, and manage our properties. In NSW, strata schemes play a crucial role in reducing...

Smoke alarms are an essential safety feature in any building, but when it comes to strata properties, there can be confusion about who is responsible...

At Jamesons, our mission is simple: to make our clients happier at home by leaving every building in a better place. With over 60 years’ experience...

At Jamesons Strata Management, we’re committed to ensuring that your strata property is safe, comfortable, and well-managed. One key aspect of this...

With the rise of platforms like Airbnb, many apartment owners and investors are exploring new income opportunities. One popular option is Airbnb...

When there’s a disagreement in your strata scheme, whether between lot owners and the strata management, corporate body or owners corporations, and...

At this time of year, you might have identified some cold draughts or areas of water damage that need to be fixed, or you may be thinking about ways...

Maintaining a healthy living environment in your strata scheme is crucial for the well-being of residents and the structural integrity of the...

Group CEO, Michael Vumbaca, was invited on Ticker TV AU to discuss his business ventures within the Strata Industry. Hosted by Mike Loder, Michael...

Mixed use developments, such as those mixing retail and residential, are popular throughout NSW. But some of the terms when buying or investing in a...

Strata title, community association, Torrens title – what do they all mean? Whether you’re inspecting a beautiful apartment in Sydney or are...

A lot of the information we share about strata management is focused on medium or large strata schemes, but what about a duplex or 2...

With around 80% of the City of Sydney’s population calling apartments home, most of us are living in a strata community in 2020 – and that number...

Coronavirus is changing the way we interact with our neighbours, but there’s never been a better time to look out for one other. Here’s how to be...

With current restrictions in Australia and New South Wales due to COVID-19, many of us might be facing new ways of interacting in our apartment...

For all parents, the safety of their child will be the key consideration when it comes to choosing a new home. As owning a house has become out of...

Balconies are a fantastic place to wind down after a long day at work or to host friends for a dinner al fresco, so it’s unsurprising that they...

It’s not rocket science, but it’s worth repeating nonetheless: drying your clothes out on a clotheshorse on your balcony is better for the...

Retirement should be a time for relaxation and enjoyment but, quite often, the ongoing effort of maintaining the spaces we used to need outweighs the...

Selling any property can be a daunting and complex process, and selling property in a strata scheme can be quite different from selling regular...

Choosing eco-friendly strategies to greenify your strata means more than just increasing the value of your property. With the right strategies in...

Dealing with disputes and conflict are an unfortunate fact of life for any strata manager, but problems don’t need to spiral out of control. With a...

There have been over 90 changes to the New South Wales strata laws with the introduction of the new Strata Schemes Management Act 2015, including...

As can happen in any shared living environment, there is always the risk of someone’s actions becoming a problem for another resident in a strata...

If you lived in a building that you owned completely, you’d have to pay for all major works and renovations that the property needed. When you live...

So you’re joining a Sydney strata for the first time and you’re about to move in. In our experience, creating respect between yourself, your...

Traditionally, there’s been little incentive and a great deal of difficulty in putting sustainable principles in place within inner-city apartment...

Having no yard doesn’t rule out having a garden. You just have to be creative with the outdoor space you do have and, for many apartment dwellers,...

Starting up a community garden in a strata complex is not only good for residents’ health because of the access to fresh food and green spaces,...

Green living can provide each resident, whether living in a house in the north shore, eastern suburbs or in any strata in Sydney, with reduced energy...

We understand that rising energy costs can be frustrating! What if we told you that you could save on energy bills whilst also reducing your carbon...

Would you like to reduce you energy consumption and associated costs considerably? Earlier this year we took the initiative to investigate how we...

Having grown up in the leafy and spacious upper north shore before moving into the inner city, I discovered very quickly how much I missed...